1998 BMW 728 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 728 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
